Actors Who Defy Expectation With Their Height Off Screen

Published on December 24, 2018 By Chloe Draws

Prince – 5’2 (157 cm)

This iconic performer wasn’t just a singer – he also acted in the 1984 movie Purple Rain. Many people didn’t realize that Prince was actually only 5’2 – shorter than most women! He has commented on his height and his use of high heels, saying:

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“People say I’m wearing heels because I’m short. I wear heels because the women like ’em.” We love the fact he was proud of who he was and didn’t care what others thought!